Health Driven, Real Results

As any bride to-be will know, being able to feel confident and look good when all eyes will be on you was a big factor for me wanting to get back into shape for my big day, so choosing a trainer who could help was extremely important to me.

I started with Hall Training six months before my wedding day with the aim of toning up and losing weight. A bespoke programme was devised for me and our weekly sessions were supported by nutrition work. The sessions were fun and varied and the focus on ensuring a split of weights and cardio was extremely important to developing muscle tone. We all have stubborn areas but with help and support I was able to get through these.

When signing up for personal training, I was only asked to bring the right attitude and the rest it would be taken care of. This couldn’t have been more true, and Elliot delivered amazing results.

Since day one, he was very interested on knowing my habits (diet, sleeping pattern, work load and social lifestyle). With all of that information he was able to challenge me effectively, making smart changes to the game plan to ensure my body responded at its best inside and outside the gym floor. 

I can assure you that the last 12 weeks, training with Elliot, gave me better results than any other period before. It was also a time to learn smart things about diet, posture while exercising, and how to push myself. 

I am glad I took the decision back in January to join in, it was a clear winner and investment! 

Also, I have been able to influence others with the attitude I built during my time with Elliot; my wife, family and friends were so impressed with my changes that they were excited to change their habits as well!

At the beginning of the programme, Elliot set me a target for my weight and results. There were times when it looked like it may be hard to achieve, but the results during the last three weeks were great and I got precisely to my goal. All the hard work on the initial phase paid off.

Big thanks to Elliot and would highly recommend!

Meet Mary Newsham, who at age 65 took on a 10-week transformation, losing an amazing two stone while making huge improvements to her strength and fitness! 

“I won’t ever go back to being the person I was, not now I know how much better I’m feeling! I just want everyone to know that no matter your age, getting into the gym with expert supervision can help you achieve things you never thought possible!”

What made you decide it was time to lose some weight? To be honest, it was pure vanity. I just wanted to look perfect on my big day.

What sacrifices did you have to make? No sweets, no bread and most of all, no ice cream. That was the hardest thing, because I love ice cream. I switched to vegetables and higher-protein foods such as chicken, fish and red meat. Lots of it.

What exercises did you do and how often did you do them? I trained three times a week on a resistance programme, and once a week doing HIIT. It’s important to do enough so it makes a difference, but you don’t want to burn out.

How much weight did you lose? I lost a total of 15kg in just over three months, which I was really happy with.

I only intended to train for 10 weeks in the lead up to a holiday but was so happy with the results I've decided to keep going. The nutritional advice was particularly helpful for me - I've tried several meal plans/diets before and have given up every time, but Chris devised a programme and made it really easy for me to understand and to follow. He explained why he chose certain exercises over others and why it's important to eat more/less of certain foods. I've actually learned a lot rather than just going through the motions. I'm now lighter, leaner, and much healthier than I've been in years!

I had always thought I was good at training by myself until I started training with Elliot.

I have made more progress in the first 9 weeks with him than I would have in a typical year by myself. I've learned a huge amount about training and nutrition along the way - something I'll carry with me.

If you give the commitment and effort, you’ll be delivered the best results that you are capable of.

A year after my first born I decided enough was enough as I was tired of carrying around my 'post-baby weight'. I came acorss these guys and have to say they are excellent trainers - tailoring programmes to individual strengths and weaknesses, they know how to push their clients (in a nice way!) to get results. I have to say, I couldn't have achieved my goals without Chris and the team!

My experience with Chris and his team has been great throughout. After discussing my goals, Chris managed to challenge me in the best way possible in every session. He and the team are great at motivating people and very knowledgable in what they do as their understanding of nutrition, training and the human body has helped me immensely. It’s in large part because of this combination of a great person and outstanding expertise that I have managed to make leaps towards my goals. Working with Hall Training for one year, I have more than halved my body fat percentage.

Elliot is hugely knowledgeable and informative when discussing both the fitness and nutrition side of my journey. He replied to my emails and my questions on the same day, each and every time.

My time on the gym floor with Elliot was a learning curve every session, and he talked to me, motivated me, coached me and improved me on all sets. He is personable and friendly, always putting me at ease and conversing about a variety of things – work, friends, family, football…

I’ve learned so much from Elliot in just six weeks, and can’t wait to see what is next.